How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Boston to Washington starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Washington?

The average travel time between Boston and Washington is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Washington?

The number of buses from Boston to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Boston to Washington?

When taking the bus from Boston to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Washington?

Buses travelling between Boston and Washington leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Bus Boston to Washington from US$41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:15	Boston (South Station)	10h 30m	23:45	Union Station	No tags
	15:00	Boston (South Station)	10h 15m	01:15	Union Station	No tags
	19:35	Boston (South Station)	11h 15m	06:50	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:15	Boston (South Station)	9h 30m	02:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	05:00	Union Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 10m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
	08:00	Boston (South Station)	9h 55m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	00:55	Boston (South Station)	10h	09:55	Union Station	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	02:15	Boston (South Station)	12h 10m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
	08:00	Boston (South Station)	9h 55m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	14h 40m	01:40	Dupont Circle	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	06:00	Boston (South Station)	9h 30m	15:30	Union Station	No tags
	09:00	Boston (South Station)	11h	20:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:05	Boston (South Station)	10h 10m	01:15	Union Station	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	12:15	Boston (South Station)	10h 15m	22:30	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	No tags
	12:45	Boston (South Station)	10h 45m	23:30	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	16h 45m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30	Boston (South Station)	11h 25m	21:55	Union Station	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	12:15	Boston (South Station)	10h 15m	22:30	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Washington on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	20h 25m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	20:55	Brookline	9h 5m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	01:30	Boston (South Station)	10h	11:30	Union Station	No tags
	08:00	Boston (South Station)	9h 55m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:55	Boston (South Station)	10h 5m	19:00	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

10h 45mAverage duration

619 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$40 - US$210	Average duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$52 - US$777	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Bus Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$63

Average bus trip duration10h 45m

Number of daily buses53

Earliest bus departure00:30

Distance619 km

Latest bus departure23:00

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11127 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$40

FlixBus Boston Washington recent customer reviews

It was horrible, the bus driver was reckless and was speeding in a working construction zone, over 20 miles above the speed limit. The driver would constantly swerve through lanes. Overall the bus ride was horrible, would not recommend to anyone.

Lila S.

3 November 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 72 reviews, Greyhound received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$41

Greyhound Boston Washington recent customer reviews

The trip was delayed by 2 hours. Connection wasn't possible. The trip that we change it for took 1 hour longer than expected and was also delayed. The connection was 3 hours long in a parking lot, no restrooms, no services. Bad experience.

Diego B.

27 December 2023

The bus from New York to Washington was very dirty and unkempt. That made the ride uncomfortable. The staff were great and the ride itself was okay.

Adanna A.

30 January 2020

Greyhound is worst bus service that I have never seen in my life. They don’t even care about their customers. They just want to sell their tickets and that’s it they don’t even care about whether passengers are live or dead.. Their customer service is very worst. If you’re looking to have good travel experience, please don’t select greyhound.

Pushpanathan M.

13 October 2019

Peter Pan

4/56 310 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

According to 47 reviews, Peter Pan received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at US$74

Peter Pan Boston Washington recent customer reviews

Bus had no air conditioning. Bus left late. Bus broke down. Next bus had no air conditioning.

Laura S.

22 July 2019

My NY-Washington bus was scheduled on my ticket at 2:00pp pm and left at 15:25 via Baltimore prolonging my Journey time. I got no info on resheduled trip and noone apologised for the delay.

Krystyna L.

13 September 2018

I missed my first bus but the staff at Boston where very helpful. My transition at New York was less pleasant as there was barely anyone around to garner information to which bus I would switch to.

Daniel O.

1 September 2018

OurBus

4/53 139 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Boston to Washington Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Washington?

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Washington, DC, US

How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Boston to Washington starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Washington?
The average travel time between Boston and Washington is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 636 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Washington?
The number of buses from Boston to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Boston to Washington?
When taking the bus from Boston to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Washington?
Buses travelling between Boston and Washington leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$68

30/10

US$111

Today

US$82

01/11

US$75

02/11

US$68

03/11

US$59

04/11

US$49

05/11

US$49

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$163 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Boston and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Boston to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 45m	Avg priceUS$63	Daily departures53
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 50m	Avg priceUS$130	Daily departures71

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